F920J475MPA vs F931A106MAA
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| Category | Tantalum Capacitors | Tantalum Capacitors |
| Manufacturer | KYOCERA AVX | KYOCERA AVX |
| Description | CAP TANT 4.7UF 20% 6.3V 0805 | CAP TANT 10UF 20% 10V 1206 |
| Package | -Reel® | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | F92 | F93 |
| Type | Molded | Molded |
| Features | General Purpose | General Purpose |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C ~ 125°C | -55°C ~ 125°C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 0805 (2012 Metric) | 1206 (3216 Metric) |
| Tolerance | ±20% | ±20% |
| Size / Dimension | 0.079" L x 0.049" W (2.00mm x 1.25mm) | 0.126" L x 0.063" W (3.20mm x 1.60mm) |
| Voltage - Rated | 6.3 V | 10 V |
| Lead Spacing | - | - |
| Ratings | - | - |
| Height - Seated (Max) | 0.039\" (1.00mm) | 0.071\" (1.80mm) |
| Capacitance | 4.7 µF | 10 µF |
| ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) | 6Ohm | 3Ohm @ 100kHz |
| Lifetime @ Temp. | - | 2000 Hrs @ 125°C |
| Failure Rate | - | - |
| Manufacturer Size Code | P | A |

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1. Disadvantages of tantalum capacitors
The price is relatively high.
If used improperly or the circuit design is defective, it may fail, including explosion.
It is polarity sensitive and can only work in the specified direction.
It may fail easily under certain conditions (such as overvoltage, surge current). -
2. Why are tantalum capacitors so expensive?
Tantalum ore resources are scarce and the mining cost is high.
The manufacturing process is complex and the yield is relatively low.
It has excellent electrical characteristics, making it indispensable in high-end applications. -
3. What is the expected life of tantalum capacitors?
Under normal circumstances, it can range from thousands of hours to tens of thousands of hours, depending on the working conditions and manufacturer specifications.
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4. Will tantalum capacitors deteriorate?
Yes, tantalum capacitors may gradually lose some of their performance when stored for a long time or in adverse environments.
For example, long-term exposure to high temperature and humidity may cause the electrolyte to evaporate or chemically change.

